Casandra Castilla Caro

Clinical Research Professional with 4 years of experience supporting global clinical trials within a CRO environment, with expertise in amendment implementation, clinical trial documentation, project coordination, study metrics, milestone tracking and audit and inspection readiness. Experienced in coordinating amendment-related activities and documentation across multiple clinical studies throughout the implementation lifecycle. Proficient in CTMS, eTMF, Oracle Activate, Preclarus and Clarity.

Strong scientific background in Biological Pharmaceutical Chemistry, with full professional proficiency in English and a highly organized, detail-oriented approach to clinical research operations.

Amendment Implementation Coordinator at PPD MÉXICO (2025-01 – Present)

• Lead amendment implementation activities for assigned clinical trials, coordinating required activities and documentation according to study-specific changes.
• Support the implementation of clinical trial amendments by coordinating and tracking required documentation throughout the amendment lifecycle.
• Manage amendment-related documentation according to the specific requirements and scope of each study change.
• Prepare and distribute amendment progress reports and study metrics to support project oversight and timely decision-making.
• Support financial health activities, including resource requests and timesheet reviews.
• Contribute to audit and inspection readiness activities by supporting documentation quality, tracking, and compliance.
• Supported 50+ clinical studies and amendment-related activities throughout clinical trial operations.

Project Support Coordinator II at PPD MÉXICO (2024-06 – 2024-12)

• Supported Project Leads in the planning and execution of global clinical studies.
• Maintained project documentation and monitored study milestones and deliverables to support timely project execution.
• Coordinated communication and follow-up activities across cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Managed meeting logistics, agendas, minutes and follow-up actions.
• Ensured project documentation was maintained accurately and in accordance with applicable processes and requirements.

Project Support Coordinator I at PPD MÉXICO (2022-10 – 2024-06)

• Assisted Project Managers in coordinating clinical research projects within a CRO environment.
• Maintained project files, timelines, and clinical trial documentation.
• Supported quality assurance activities and documentation reviews.
• Facilitated project communications, meeting coordination, and follow-up activities.

Formulator Chemist at ÖKOKLIN (2021 – 2023)

Formulator Chemist at BIALÉ (2017 – 2023)

• Developed cosmetic, personal care and home care formulations.
• Conducted research, quality control testing and product validation.

Cosmetology and Pharmaceutical Technology Instructor at Universidad Simón Bolívar & UVM (2020 – 2023)

• Delivered theoretical and practical training in cosmetology, skincare and pharmaceutical technology.
• Mentored students and monitored academic progress.

Master in Compounding Pharmacy and Dermopharmacy – UNIVERSIDAD INTERNACIONAL DE LA RIOJA (2019-06)

Bachelor in Biological Pharmaceutical Chemistry – UNIVERSIDAD LA SALLE MÉXICO (2016-12)